Published: Feb. 21, 2012
Words: 19,698 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9781465717290

Short description

When aspiring writer Dana Sitar joins comedians Nick Hart and Stefan Davis in their Mayoral campaign in Madison, Wisconsin, she is set on a path of professional and personal self-discovery. Her news articles and personal short stories introduce a unique cache of artists through the eye of an emerging Gonzo journalist.

Extended description

In August 2010, Madison comedian Nick Hart announced his intentions to run for Mayor of the city. At the same time, Dana Sitar was approaching divorce and trying to find her way as an aspiring writer. Their paths converged when the writer took the first of many leaps and reached out to the ambitious comedian, figuring he would have a good story to tell.

After her first interview with Nick and campaign manager Stefan Davis, Dana befriended the comedians and joined them officially as Senior Campaign Writer, her first position as a journalist. Her work with this bizarre political campaign and her relationship with the comedians behind it set her on a professional and personal path to self-discovery.

This sequel to Welcome to the Shit Show sees the writer finding her voice, both artistically and emotionally. She leaves her broken life behind her and discovers an unlikely home in the depths of Madison, Wisconsin's comedy scene. In the comedians, Dana finds inspiration for life as an art.. (Read more) In August 2010, Madison comedian Nick Hart announced his intentions to run for Mayor of the city. At the same time, Dana Sitar was approaching divorce and trying to find her way as an aspiring writer. Their paths converged when the writer took the first of many leaps and reached out to the ambitious comedian, figuring he would have a good story to tell.

After her first interview with Nick and campaign manager Stefan Davis, Dana befriended the comedians and joined them officially as Senior Campaign Writer, her first position as a journalist. Her work with this bizarre political campaign and her relationship with the comedians behind it set her on a professional and personal path to self-discovery.

This sequel to Welcome to the Shit Show sees the writer finding her voice, both artistically and emotionally. She leaves her broken life behind her and discovers an unlikely home in the depths of Madison, Wisconsin's comedy scene. In the comedians, Dana finds inspiration for life as an artist, a wealth of stories to write, a part of herself she didn't know she was hiding, and even a new lover.

Split between the feature articles written for the campaign and the personal short stories written behind the scenes, The Hart Compound introduces a unique cache of artists through the eye of an emerging Gonzo journalist.
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wisconsin, comedy, memoir, short story, politics, essay, writer

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Review by: Cassie on March 28, 2012 :
The Hart Compound (This Artist's Life, Vol Two)
by Dana Sitar
Expected Publication: April 1, 2012
Available Format: ebook

My Rating: ★★★★

Synopsis: When aspiring writer Dana Sitar joins comedians Nick Hart and Stefan Davis in their Mayoral campaign in Madison, Wisconsin, she is set on a path of professional and personal self-discovery. Her news articles and personal short stories introduce a unique cache of artists through the eye of an emerging Gonzo journalist.

This sequel to Welcome to the Shit Show sees the writer finding her voice, both artistically and emotionally. She leaves her broken life behind her and discovers an unlikely home in the depths of Madison, Wisconsin's comedy scene. In the comedians, Dana finds inspiration for life as an artist, a wealth of stories to write, a part of herself she didn't know she was hiding, and even a new lover.

When I began this compilation, I wasn’t sure what I was getting into. I quickly realized that this was raw, witty, real life stuff. Dana easily pulled me into the waves of her world—the pain and awkwardness of her divorce, her immersion in the Madison comedy scene, her exploration into new relationships. One minute I was biting my nails; the next I was giggling to myself.

I did get a little ‘off track’ when things moved into the mayoral race and all that political stuff. Please don’t misunderstand, everything is written very well; it’s just not really my thing. Her style and humor are definitely still there. I think we probably have the same feelings about the screwed up agenda of the media! ☺ I’m just the kind of person that is more interested in the individual’s life rather than bigger social issues (it’s a psychology thing). I’m glad the book started out more personal or it might have been harder for me to get into it.

Overall, this was a good read. It certainly isn’t for everyone, but I know there is definitely an audience out there that will LOVE it. If you like down-to-earth, real life writing with plenty of entertainment woven in, absolutely pick up a copy and try it out for yourself!
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

Review by: Cassie on March 28, 2012 :
The Hart Compound (This Artist's Life, Vol Two)
by Dana Sitar
Expected Publication: April 1, 2012
Available Format: ebook

My Rating: ★★★★

Synopsis: When aspiring writer Dana Sitar joins comedians Nick Hart and Stefan Davis in their Mayoral campaign in Madison, Wisconsin, she is set on a path of professional and personal self-discovery. Her news articles and personal short stories introduce a unique cache of artists through the eye of an emerging Gonzo journalist.

This sequel to Welcome to the Shit Show sees the writer finding her voice, both artistically and emotionally. She leaves her broken life behind her and discovers an unlikely home in the depths of Madison, Wisconsin's comedy scene. In the comedians, Dana finds inspiration for life as an artist, a wealth of stories to write, a part of herself she didn't know she was hiding, and even a new lover.

When I began this compilation, I wasn’t sure what I was getting into. I quickly realized that this was raw, witty, real life stuff. Dana easily pulled me into the waves of her world—the pain and awkwardness of her divorce, her immersion in the Madison comedy scene, her exploration into new relationships. One minute I was biting my nails; the next I was giggling to myself.

I did get a little ‘off track’ when things moved into the mayoral race and all that political stuff. Please don’t misunderstand, everything is written very well; it’s just not really my thing. Her style and humor are definitely still there. I think we probably have the same feelings about the screwed up agenda of the media! ☺ I’m just the kind of person that is more interested in the individual’s life rather than bigger social issues (it’s a psychology thing). I’m glad the book started out more personal or it might have been harder for me to get into it.

Overall, this was a good read. It certainly isn’t for everyone, but I know there is definitely an audience out there that will LOVE it. If you like down-to-earth, real life writing with plenty of entertainment woven in, absolutely pick up a copy and try it out for yourself!
(reviewed within a month of purchase)

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